JACKSON, N.J. — A 10-year-old dog named Kali has spent weeks at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, waiting for someone to give her a home. Despite repeated adoption pleas, …
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How Volunteers use Toms River Fire Department experience to launch careers in emergency services
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — While volunteer firefighting is unpaid, many who serve at the Toms River Fire Department have used the experience to launch careers in emergency services. Some professions, …
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JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Mayor and Township Council are calling on residents to step forward and serve their community by volunteering for one of Jackson Township’s advisory boards or …
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TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police are calling for community volunteers to join the Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT), a program aimed at assisting survivors of domestic abuse. …
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NEPTUNE, NJ – On July 24, volunteers from the Neptune Home Depot undertook a significant project to refurbish American Legion Post 346, contributing their skills and time to enhance the …
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Virginia Beach, VA — The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) recently recognized two dedicated volunteers for their long-term service to the city and the department. Chief Neudigate honored Steven Prescott …
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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ—The NJ Sharing Network (NJSN), a key organization dedicated to organ and tissue donation in New Jersey, has honored several local residents with Volunteer Recognition Awards. These awards …
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Community News
11th Annual Howell Township/Farmingdale 5K Honors Lost Volunteers and Supports Crisis Hotline
FARMINGDALE, NJ – The 11th Annual Howell Township/Farmingdale 5K Run & Race Walk is scheduled for Wednesday, August 21, at 6:00 PM, honoring the memory of local volunteers and raising …
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Volunteers Pitch In To Clean Up Jackson Township Roads
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJackson, NJ—A grant from Jackson’s Clean Communities program helped a local organization clear hundreds of trash bags of litter from the city’s roadways this weekend. New Jersey Clean Communities is …
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JACKSON, NJ—On Sunday, volunteers and community leaders met to devise plans to revitalize the Jackson Memorial High School field house. With the district facing tough aid reductions, volunteers are rolling …
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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Township thanked the volunteers who care for plants that make up the dune flowers, an important part of the beachfront eco system. In Ortley …
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Jackson Township is seeking individuals interested in serving on the Jackson Township Multicultural Committee, which is dedicated to fostering unity, celebrating diversity and insuring an inclusive community for all. This …
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After The Afghanistan Withdrawal, Biden Has Banked On Volunteers To Rescue Americans From War Zones
After The Afghanistan Withdrawal, Biden Has Banked On Volunteers To Rescue Americans From War Zones Micaela Burrow on December 3, 2023 The Biden administration increasingly relies on skilled U.S. military …
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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Gloucester Township Police Department recently hosted its 2nd Appreciation Dinner on November 30 to honor the dedicated chaplains and volunteers who contribute significantly to the …
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Over 1,000 Turkey Meals Distributed by Director Vicari and Volunteers
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Joseph H. Vicari, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, emphasized the importance of supporting needy community members, particularly during holidays. This sentiment was echoed …
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BALTIMORE, MD — The Mayor’s Annual Citywide Fall Cleanup and Day of Service last weekend attracted unprecedented numbers, including Mayor Brandon M. Scott, City officials, volunteers, and community members. They …
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US and World News
After treatment at US military hospital, volunteers for Ukraine return to fight
by Reutersby ReutersBy Andrew Hay (Reuters) – After Russian drones dropped a mortar round and then a grenade on an American volunteer fighting for Ukraine, the former U.S. Marine thought he might …
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Volunteers reinforce gravediggers at main Israeli military cemetery
by Reutersby ReutersJERUSALEM (Reuters) – Volunteers helped gravediggers at Israel’s main military cemetery on Wednesday as burials began for soldiers slain in the assault on Israel by Hamas gunmen from the Gaza …
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Newport Police Officers Join Beach Cleanup with Community Volunteers
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Newport News Police Department’s (NNPD) ongoing beach clean-up initiative at the Monitor-Merrimac Overlook Park has once again proven its effectiveness, thanks to the relentless efforts …
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Burkina Faso says 53 soldiers, volunteers killed in clashes with militants
by Reutersby ReutersOUAGADOUGOU (Reuters) – Seventeen soldiers and 36 volunteer fighters have been killed in heavy clashes with militants in northern Burkina Faso, the army said on Tuesday, the worst attack in …
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Jackson Township gets spring cleanup thanks to volunteers, Clean Communities
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON, NJ – If you noticed tonight, Jackson Township is a little bit cleaner than it was yesterday. That’s because volunteers lined the town’s roadways and cleaned up the trash. …
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US Army Veteran Claimed To Be Fighting For Ukraine. Volunteers Say He’s A Fraud
US Army Veteran Claimed To Be Fighting For Ukraine. Volunteers Say He’s A Fraud Micaela Burrow on March 28, 2023 An American veteran working at a volunteer organization is accused …
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Mississippi town mobilizes volunteers, opens mobile hospital after tornado kills 26
by Reutersby ReutersBy Brendan O’Brien (Reuters) – Officials in Rolling Fork on Monday mobilized volunteers, organized logistics and opened a mobile hospital in the impoverished small town in western Mississippi clobbered by …
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Ukraine, Russia swap prisoners; bodies of British volunteers returned
by Reutersby Reuters(Reuters) -Ukraine and Russia traded almost 200 prisoners of war in a swap announced separately by both sides on Saturday, with the bodies of two British volunteers also being sent …
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‘A Mistake’: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Responds To Allegations Her Campaign Asked Teachers To Reward Student Volunteers
‘A Mistake’: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Responds To Allegations Her Campaign Asked Teachers To Reward Student Volunteers Laurel Duggan on January 16, 2023 Democratic Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said it …